As a Canadian investor seeking broad market exposure to US stocks, it is important to use the most appropriate ETF for your objectives based on your account type and transaction size. But, Canadian investors have several S&P 500 ETFs available including many duplicate Canadian versions of US ETFs. So, which S&P 500 ETF is best for Canadian investors? XUS vs...
Investing in Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) has become increasingly popular among both novice and seasoned investors. Two prominent ETFs in the market are the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI). While both offer exposure to the U.S. stock market, they differ in their underlying assets and investment strategies. In this blog post, we...
When some investors view the trading volume of most exchange-traded funds (ETFs), they may be shocked to see such low volume trading on exchanges. They may take this as a sign the ETF has low liquidity. However, an ETF’s low trading volume on exchange isn’t an indication of its total liquidity. In fact, liquidity of the portfolio underlying an...
Investing in bonds can be a lower-risk way for investors to diversify their portfolios and gain exposure to the fixed income market. Bond funds and bond ETFs offer a convenient way for investors to gain exposure to the bond market without purchasing individual bonds. However, choosing the right bond ETF can be challenging, as there are many options available in...
